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Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard
Located in Markington, GB
Sought after wall unit, totally free-hanging XXL sideboard / Desk, it comes with a two open
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard
Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

H 70.87 in W 109.85 in D 18.9 in
Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard
Located in Markington, GB
Sought after wall unit, free-hanging XXL sideboard / Desk, it comes with a two open cupboards (1
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard
Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

H 70.87 in W 109.85 in D 18.9 in
Aesthetic Movement Tiger Tortoise Bamboo Secretary Desk With Rice Mat Shelves
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Turn-of-the-century Tiger Bamboo Secretary desk with handwoven rice mat top, center drawer, Bottom
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Desks

Materials

Bamboo

Aesthetic Movement Tiger Tortoise Bamboo Secretary Desk With Rice Mat Shelves
Aesthetic Movement Tiger Tortoise Bamboo Secretary Desk With Rice Mat Shelves

Aesthetic Movement Tiger Tortoise Bamboo Secretary Desk With Rice Mat Shelves

H 52 in W 22.5 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
A desk with incredible form and presence. This attractive original magic box desk, cabinet/desk
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk

Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk

H 45.3 in W 64.5 in D 20.38 in
Eclectic 19th century carved walnut desk and chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century carved walnut desk and chair circa 1880. Superb quality desk with original chair made
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Aesthetic Movement Desks and Writing T...

Materials

Brass

Eclectic 19th century carved walnut desk and chair
Eclectic 19th century carved walnut desk and chair

Eclectic 19th century carved walnut desk and chair

H 68.5 in W 49.2 in D 29 in
French 19th Century Transitional St. Kingwood, Tulipwood and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Turquin marble desk. The three drawer desk is raised by slender cabriole legs with fine foliate ormolu
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French 19th Century Transitional St. Kingwood, Tulipwood and Ormolu Desk
French 19th Century Transitional St. Kingwood, Tulipwood and Ormolu Desk

French 19th Century Transitional St. Kingwood, Tulipwood and Ormolu Desk

H 37 in W 29.25 in D 20.75 in
1960's Large Mid Century Desk - Cabinet - Up Zavody
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960's Large Mid Century Desk -Cabinet - Up Zavody. Superb practical piece of mid century storage
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Shelves

Materials

Oak

1960's Large Mid Century Desk - Cabinet - Up Zavody
1960's Large Mid Century Desk - Cabinet - Up Zavody

1960's Large Mid Century Desk - Cabinet - Up Zavody

H 51.58 in W 31.11 in D 17.72 in
Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s
By Carlo De Carli
Located in New York, NY
Carlo de Carli (1910 - 1999)   An important sculptural desk with six drawers by seminal Milanese
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s
Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s

Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s

H 32 in W 69 in D 47 in
French 19th Century Transitional St. Mahogany And Ormolu Cabinet/Secretary Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
/secretary desk. The secretary is raised by most elegant slender cabriole legs with beautiful finely detailed
Category

Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Transitional St. Mahogany And Ormolu Cabinet/Secretary Desk
French 19th Century Transitional St. Mahogany And Ormolu Cabinet/Secretary Desk

French 19th Century Transitional St. Mahogany And Ormolu Cabinet/Secretary Desk

H 49.5 in W 25.5 in D 13.75 in
Mid-Century Walnut Large Executive Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern walnut executive Desk by Standard Furniture Company Herkimer, NY
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Walnut Large Executive Desk
Mid-Century Walnut Large Executive Desk

Mid-Century Walnut Large Executive Desk

H 29.5 in W 60 in D 33 in
Antique Federal Cherrywood Desk and Glassdoor Bookcase
Located in Sheridan, CO
and 1/8 high Shelf depth of all shelves 8 3/4 “ deep. Desk and bookcase are 2 pieces, so can easily be
Category

Antique Early 18th Century American Federal Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Federal Cherrywood Desk and Glassdoor Bookcase
Antique Federal Cherrywood Desk and Glassdoor Bookcase

Antique Federal Cherrywood Desk and Glassdoor Bookcase

H 75 in W 41.5 in D 25.25 in
Mid Century Cees Braakman EB04 Birch Pastoe Desk
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Beautiful writing desk designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe in the early 50s. This EB04 desk is
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

Mid Century Cees Braakman EB04 Birch Pastoe Desk
Mid Century Cees Braakman EB04 Birch Pastoe Desk

Mid Century Cees Braakman EB04 Birch Pastoe Desk

H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in
Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Unusual Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany kneehole architects desk having a quality
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Other

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk
Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk

H 34.45 in W 54.53 in D 26.78 in
Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Architects Desk by Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
wood crossbanded Architects desk by the renowned Victorian retailer and cabinet makers Edwards
Category

Antique 1880s English High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Architects Desk by Edwards & Roberts
Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Architects Desk by Edwards & Roberts

Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Architects Desk by Edwards & Roberts

H 32.29 in W 48.04 in D 29.93 in
Fine Quality Victorian Kidney-Shaped Desk in Richly Figured Walnut by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine quality Victorian kidney-shaped desk in richly figured burr walnut by Gillows, the leather
Category

Antique 1850s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Fine Quality Victorian Kidney-Shaped Desk in Richly Figured Walnut by Gillows
Fine Quality Victorian Kidney-Shaped Desk in Richly Figured Walnut by Gillows

Fine Quality Victorian Kidney-Shaped Desk in Richly Figured Walnut by Gillows

H 29 in W 51.5 in D 28 in
French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Ebony, Brass And Ormolu Boulle Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
desk. This wonderful rectangular desk is raised by four square tapered legs decorated by a mottled
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Desks

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Ebony, Brass And Ormolu Boulle Desk
French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Ebony, Brass And Ormolu Boulle Desk

French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Ebony, Brass And Ormolu Boulle Desk

H 31 in W 64.5 in D 33.75 in
Vintage wall system Kai Kristiansen Teak
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in VEENENDAAL, NL
shelves, 1 cabinet with sliding doors, 1 cabinet with roller doors, 1 chest of drawers with 4 drawers, 1
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Vintage wall system Kai Kristiansen Teak
Vintage wall system Kai Kristiansen Teak

Vintage wall system Kai Kristiansen Teak

H 98.43 in W 102.37 in D 18.12 in
Large Group incl. Walnut Desk and Sideboards Made by Ove Lander in 1947
By Ove Larsen
Located in London, GB
one desk and sideboards with two shelving above. Three pieces in total. Freestanding walnut desk
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Large Group incl. Walnut Desk and Sideboards Made by Ove Lander in 1947
Large Group incl. Walnut Desk and Sideboards Made by Ove Lander in 1947

Large Group incl. Walnut Desk and Sideboards Made by Ove Lander in 1947

H 30.71 in W 66.93 in D 33.08 in
1900s Belgian Wooden Mini Wall Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
desk, or as part of a gallery wall, this piece provides both utility and a whisper of the past to your
Category

20th Century Belgian Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

1900s Belgian Wooden Mini Wall Vitrine
1900s Belgian Wooden Mini Wall Vitrine

1900s Belgian Wooden Mini Wall Vitrine

H 29.9 in W 22.4 in D 7.5 in
Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk
Located in Forney, TX
An early American 19th century pine plantation desk with nicely aged patina. Born in the Mid
Category

Antique 19th Century American Primitive Desks

Materials

Pine

Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk
Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk

Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk

H 74 in W 32 in D 29.5 in
Vintage Poul Cadovius Wall Unit, Mid-Century Modern Shelf Royal System, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in München, Bavaria
shelves that come in different depths, of one them working as desk, a closed cabinet box and a display
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak, Glass

Vintage Poul Cadovius Wall Unit, Mid-Century Modern Shelf Royal System, Denmark
Vintage Poul Cadovius Wall Unit, Mid-Century Modern Shelf Royal System, Denmark

Vintage Poul Cadovius Wall Unit, Mid-Century Modern Shelf Royal System, Denmark

H 79.93 in W 98.43 in D 19.69 in
Early 1900s Regence Style Bleached Oak Partners Desk from France
Located in Dallas, TX
bleached oak partner’s desk, the motifs are prefigures of the Rococo style of Louis XV, while still
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Oak

Early 1900s Regence Style Bleached Oak Partners Desk from France
Early 1900s Regence Style Bleached Oak Partners Desk from France

Early 1900s Regence Style Bleached Oak Partners Desk from France

H 31 in W 59.625 in D 38.75 in
Mid Century Modern Kipp Stewart for Drexel Secretary Desk Hutch With Bookcase
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
it has three shelves above the desk. Shortly, it should be noted that it has been refinished and is
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Kipp Stewart for Drexel Secretary Desk Hutch With Bookcase
Mid Century Modern Kipp Stewart for Drexel Secretary Desk Hutch With Bookcase

Mid Century Modern Kipp Stewart for Drexel Secretary Desk Hutch With Bookcase

H 71 in W 38 in D 17 in
A Victorian kidney shaped desk in richly figured burr walnut, attributed to Gill
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Victorian kidney shaped desk in richly figured burr walnut, attributed to Gillows, the shaped
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

A Victorian kidney shaped desk in richly figured burr walnut, attributed to Gill
A Victorian kidney shaped desk in richly figured burr walnut, attributed to Gill

A Victorian kidney shaped desk in richly figured burr walnut, attributed to Gill

H 28.75 in W 52 in D 22.5 in
French 18th Century Walnut Slant-Front Desk on Three-Drawer Commode en Arbalète
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV period walnut slant-front desk on commode from the 18th century, with star inlay
Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Walnut

French 18th Century Walnut Slant-Front Desk on Three-Drawer Commode en Arbalète
French 18th Century Walnut Slant-Front Desk on Three-Drawer Commode en Arbalète

French 18th Century Walnut Slant-Front Desk on Three-Drawer Commode en Arbalète

H 36.75 in W 41.5 in D 20.5 in
18th C. Continental Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Bureau Plat W Gilt Bronze Ormolu
Located in Southampton, NY
fine. Two sliding shelves pull out on either side of desk. Two drawers on the left, a central drawer
Category

Antique 18th Century European Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

18th C. Continental Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Bureau Plat W Gilt Bronze Ormolu
18th C. Continental Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Bureau Plat W Gilt Bronze Ormolu

18th C. Continental Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Bureau Plat W Gilt Bronze Ormolu

H 28.5 in W 48.63 in D 24.75 in
19th Century Walnut Inlaid Bonheur du Jour
Located in Cheshire, GB
shelves and brass gallery, flanked by two banks of drawers. To the well figured serpentine top with a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Walnut Inlaid Bonheur du Jour
19th Century Walnut Inlaid Bonheur du Jour

19th Century Walnut Inlaid Bonheur du Jour

H 38.5 in W 38 in D 23.5 in
Sheraton Revival Rosewood Cylinder Bureau
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
pierced, brass gallery above two waterfall shelves, batwing inlaid cylinder fall which opens to reveal
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Sheraton Revival Rosewood Cylinder Bureau
Sheraton Revival Rosewood Cylinder Bureau

Sheraton Revival Rosewood Cylinder Bureau

H 54.14 in W 25.99 in D 21.07 in
18th Century French Louis XV Period Walnut Chateau Bonheur Du Jour or Secretary
Located in Birmingham, AL
painted interior with two display shelves. Three carved drawers are below. The lower section features a
Category

Antique 1750s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

18th Century French Louis XV Period Walnut Chateau Bonheur Du Jour or Secretary
18th Century French Louis XV Period Walnut Chateau Bonheur Du Jour or Secretary

18th Century French Louis XV Period Walnut Chateau Bonheur Du Jour or Secretary

H 103 in W 54.5 in D 28.5 in
French Writing Table on Casters, Pull-Out Gilt-Tooled Leather Top
Located in Montreal, Quebec
shelves. Versatile in its design and size, beautiful golden colour with black leather writing surface
Category

20th Century French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

French Writing Table on Casters, Pull-Out Gilt-Tooled Leather Top
French Writing Table on Casters, Pull-Out Gilt-Tooled Leather Top

French Writing Table on Casters, Pull-Out Gilt-Tooled Leather Top

H 32 in W 21.75 in D 13.82 in
French 19th Century Louis XV St. Kingwood Inlaid Secretary
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
secretary desk. The two door five drawer secretary is raised by fine cabriole legs with beautiful pierced
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Kingwood Inlaid Secretary
French 19th Century Louis XV St. Kingwood Inlaid Secretary

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Kingwood Inlaid Secretary

H 53.25 in W 25.75 in D 17.5 in
French Louis XV Style Kingwood Parquetry Bonheur du jour
Located in Forney, TX
graceful bonheur du jour (writing table - petite / lady's desk) with beautifully aged patina. Finely
Category

Early 20th Century Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French Louis XV Style Kingwood Parquetry Bonheur du jour
French Louis XV Style Kingwood Parquetry Bonheur du jour

French Louis XV Style Kingwood Parquetry Bonheur du jour

H 39.5 in W 36 in D 20.75 in
Tomado Holland Mid-Century-Modern Metal Desk Office Paper Waste Basket
By Tomado
Located in Atlanta, GA
A functional 1960s Mid-Century-Modern desk accessory, office waste-basket designed by Tomado
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Tomado Holland Mid-Century-Modern Metal Desk Office Paper Waste Basket
Tomado Holland Mid-Century-Modern Metal Desk Office Paper Waste Basket

Tomado Holland Mid-Century-Modern Metal Desk Office Paper Waste Basket

H 10.44 in W 10.25 in D 7.69 in
19th Century English Bonheur Du Jour Attributed To Gillows Of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
with oval serves panels containing shelves the base containing a frieze drawer with porcelain panels
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century English Bonheur Du Jour Attributed To Gillows Of Lancaster
19th Century English Bonheur Du Jour Attributed To Gillows Of Lancaster

19th Century English Bonheur Du Jour Attributed To Gillows Of Lancaster

H 59.45 in W 48.55 in D 22.45 in
18th Century Dutch Marquetry Bureau Bookcase
Located in Brighton, Sussex
, three adjustable shelves and three inlaid frieze drawers. The Marquetry inlaid fall opens to reveal a
Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Desks

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Dutch Marquetry Bureau Bookcase
18th Century Dutch Marquetry Bureau Bookcase

18th Century Dutch Marquetry Bureau Bookcase

H 94.1 in W 48.43 in D 24.81 in
19th Century Victorian Antique Freestanding Walnut Ladies Davenport
Located in Suffolk, GB
shelves and raised on four elegantly turned shaped walnut feet. This impressive example has been
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Victorian Antique Freestanding Walnut Ladies Davenport
19th Century Victorian Antique Freestanding Walnut Ladies Davenport

19th Century Victorian Antique Freestanding Walnut Ladies Davenport

H 34.26 in W 20.67 in D 17.52 in
Victorian Walnut Bonheur du Jour, 19th Century
Located in Southall, GB
handles and are lined with solid walnut. The top has double shelves above with fluted pillar and scroll
Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Bonheur du Jour, 19th Century
Victorian Walnut Bonheur du Jour, 19th Century

Victorian Walnut Bonheur du Jour, 19th Century

H 47.45 in W 26.19 in D 21.26 in
French Provincial Secretary Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French provincial secretary desk with an angled arched cornice above two paneled doors enclosing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese French Provincial Secretaires

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Secretary Desk
French Provincial Secretary Desk

French Provincial Secretary Desk

H 83 in W 53.75 in D 19 in
Spanish Late 18th Century Pine Secretaire with Slanted Desk and Geometric Panels
Located in Atlanta, GA
inner shelves sitting above a slanted desk with inner drawers, scalloped accents and a carved date of
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Secretaires

Materials

Pine

Spanish Late 18th Century Pine Secretaire with Slanted Desk and Geometric Panels
Spanish Late 18th Century Pine Secretaire with Slanted Desk and Geometric Panels

Spanish Late 18th Century Pine Secretaire with Slanted Desk and Geometric Panels

H 86 in W 43.75 in D 21 in
Italian 1850s Rococo Style Tall Secretary with Slanted Desk and Original Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
desk concealing additional drawers and shelves. Last but not least, the lower section showcases three
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Rococo Secretaires

Materials

Glass, Wood

Italian 1850s Rococo Style Tall Secretary with Slanted Desk and Original Paint
Italian 1850s Rococo Style Tall Secretary with Slanted Desk and Original Paint

Italian 1850s Rococo Style Tall Secretary with Slanted Desk and Original Paint

H 95 in W 37 in D 21 in
Industrial Salvage Post Office Standing Desk Workbench Table
Located in West Chester, PA
An amazing one of a kind standing desk or workstation salvaged from a Pennsylvania post office
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wood

Industrial Salvage Post Office Standing Desk Workbench Table
Industrial Salvage Post Office Standing Desk Workbench Table

Industrial Salvage Post Office Standing Desk Workbench Table

H 40 in W 67.25 in D 27.5 in
Secretary Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
like legs ending in heavy brass sabots. Above the desk are book shelves and an off center cabinet
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Secretary Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti
Secretary Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti

Secretary Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti

H 70.75 in W 38.25 in D 24.25 in
Good Large Double Pedestal Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Perth, GB
A Good Large double pedesal mahogany partners desk , with brass gallery to the top the gallery
Category

Antique 19th Century Scottish Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Good Large Double Pedestal Mahogany Partners Desk
Good Large Double Pedestal Mahogany Partners Desk

Good Large Double Pedestal Mahogany Partners Desk

H 30 in W 72 in D 42 in
Swedish Gustavian Style 1900s Sideboard or Desk with Single Drawer and Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style bow front painted wood sideboard or desk from the early 20th century
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Swedish Gustavian Style 1900s Sideboard or Desk with Single Drawer and Doors
Swedish Gustavian Style 1900s Sideboard or Desk with Single Drawer and Doors

Swedish Gustavian Style 1900s Sideboard or Desk with Single Drawer and Doors

H 32 in W 63 in D 19.5 in
Early 19th Century French Empire "Bureau a Gradin" Desk
By Pierre-Philippe Thomire
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
The rectangular superstructure centred by two drawers above two shelves, flanked by an pair of
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century French Empire "Bureau a Gradin" Desk
Early 19th Century French Empire "Bureau a Gradin" Desk

Early 19th Century French Empire "Bureau a Gradin" Desk

H 46 in W 56 in D 28 in
Italian Baroque Style Burl Walnut Secretary Desk Cabinet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine Italian baroque burl walnut secretary desk with a cartouche form mirrored panel beneath a
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Italian Baroque Style Burl Walnut Secretary Desk Cabinet
Italian Baroque Style Burl Walnut Secretary Desk Cabinet

Italian Baroque Style Burl Walnut Secretary Desk Cabinet

H 96 in W 50 in D 22 in
Monumental Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut Secretary Desk & Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
A massive towering Victorian era Eastlake secretary writing desk and bookcase, circa 1870s. Made
Category

Antique 1870s Eastlake Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Monumental Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut Secretary Desk & Bookcase Cabinet
Monumental Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut Secretary Desk & Bookcase Cabinet

Monumental Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut Secretary Desk & Bookcase Cabinet

H 106.5 in W 43.5 in D 20.5 in
European 1800s Two-Part Painted Wood Secretary with Slanted Front Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
, dentil molding, slanted front desk and graduated drawers. Created in Europe during the early years of the
Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Secretaires

Materials

Brass

European 1800s Two-Part Painted Wood Secretary with Slanted Front Desk
European 1800s Two-Part Painted Wood Secretary with Slanted Front Desk

European 1800s Two-Part Painted Wood Secretary with Slanted Front Desk

H 87.5 in W 48 in D 21.75 in
Italian Mid-18th Century Genovese St. Hand Painted Cabinet / Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and most decorative Italian mid 18th century Genovese st. hand painted cabinet/desk
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid-18th Century Genovese St. Hand Painted Cabinet / Desk
Italian Mid-18th Century Genovese St. Hand Painted Cabinet / Desk

Italian Mid-18th Century Genovese St. Hand Painted Cabinet / Desk

H 92.25 in W 50.5 in D 24.5 in
Writing Cabinet Scrittoio Escritoire Desk Walnut Italy Florence Renaissance
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
or desk in two parts This striking, writing cabinet has a classical form, ornament and understated
Category

Antique Early 1600s Italian Renaissance Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Writing Cabinet Scrittoio Escritoire Desk Walnut Italy Florence Renaissance
Writing Cabinet Scrittoio Escritoire Desk Walnut Italy Florence Renaissance

Writing Cabinet Scrittoio Escritoire Desk Walnut Italy Florence Renaissance

H 77.96 in W 45.28 in D 17.72 in
Swedish Rococo Period 1790s Painted Two-Part Secretary with Slanted Front Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
bonnet top, two doors, slanted front desk and drawers on bracket feet. Created in Sweden during the last
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Secretaires

Materials

Wood

Swedish Rococo Period 1790s Painted Two-Part Secretary with Slanted Front Desk
Swedish Rococo Period 1790s Painted Two-Part Secretary with Slanted Front Desk

Swedish Rococo Period 1790s Painted Two-Part Secretary with Slanted Front Desk

H 87.25 in W 43.75 in D 21.75 in
Rustic A. Brandt Ranch Oak Secretary Style Drop Front Student Desk with Bookcase
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Late 20th Century Rustic or Western secretary style drop front lighted student desk with
Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Rustic A. Brandt Ranch Oak Secretary Style Drop Front Student Desk with Bookcase
Rustic A. Brandt Ranch Oak Secretary Style Drop Front Student Desk with Bookcase

Rustic A. Brandt Ranch Oak Secretary Style Drop Front Student Desk with Bookcase

H 74.5 in W 32 in D 15 in
20th Century Italian Louis XV Style Inlaid Walnut Cabinet with Writing Desk
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
below some comfortable shelves. Truly elegant and important for any room in the house. The wood tones
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XV Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Italian Louis XV Style Inlaid Walnut Cabinet with Writing Desk
20th Century Italian Louis XV Style Inlaid Walnut Cabinet with Writing Desk

20th Century Italian Louis XV Style Inlaid Walnut Cabinet with Writing Desk

H 85.44 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in
Rare 19th Century Inlaid Satinwood Sheraton Design Carlton House Desk
Located in Dublin, IE
This exceptional Carlton House desk with unusual dome shaped top with three fit-ted shelves flanked
Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Console Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Rare 19th Century Inlaid Satinwood Sheraton Design Carlton House Desk
Rare 19th Century Inlaid Satinwood Sheraton Design Carlton House Desk

Rare 19th Century Inlaid Satinwood Sheraton Design Carlton House Desk

H 46.75 in W 56.25 in D 18.5 in
E.G Hudson Fully Restored Twin Pedestal Desk with Green Leather Top
By E.G. Hudson
Located in Pulborough, GB
; however, nowadays, they are used as mouse shelves when using a computer. The desk is designed to be
Category

20th Century British Regency Pedestals

Materials

Leather

E.G Hudson Fully Restored Twin Pedestal Desk with Green Leather Top
E.G Hudson Fully Restored Twin Pedestal Desk with Green Leather Top

E.G Hudson Fully Restored Twin Pedestal Desk with Green Leather Top

H 30.71 in W 60.63 in D 36.23 in
Large and Very Richly Carved 19th Century French Walnut Gothic Revival Armoire
Located in Baambrugge, NL
two adjustable shelves. The bottom part has a large drawer which can turn into a desk by simply
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Large and Very Richly Carved 19th Century French Walnut Gothic Revival Armoire
Large and Very Richly Carved 19th Century French Walnut Gothic Revival Armoire

Large and Very Richly Carved 19th Century French Walnut Gothic Revival Armoire

H 97.05 in W 54.14 in D 24.81 in
Fantastic Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Parquetry Commode by Zwiener Jansen
By Zwiener Jansen Successeur
Located in New York, NY
, over three garland-hung parquetry cupboard doors each with shelves, the sides similarly decorated, on
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Fantastic Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Parquetry Commode by Zwiener Jansen
Fantastic Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Parquetry Commode by Zwiener Jansen

Fantastic Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Parquetry Commode by Zwiener Jansen

H 38.5 in W 59 in D 21.5 in
Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
walnut doors with original plate mirrors opening to reveal a fitted interior and two adjustable shelves
Category

Antique 18th Century English George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase
Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 83.67 in W 41.93 in D 14.77 in
Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Swedish Secretary Desk with open book shelves above the fall front desk and bottom
Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Wood

Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century
Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century

Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century

H 95.5 in W 48 in D 20.5 in
Danish Mid Century Teak Modern Modular Wall Unit Bookcase c. 1950/60's
By Poul Cadovius, Poul Hundevad
Located in New York, NY
cabinet, and the middle section, which has shelves above and below the fall front desk. The pulls are a
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Danish Mid Century Teak Modern Modular Wall Unit Bookcase c. 1950/60's
Danish Mid Century Teak Modern Modular Wall Unit Bookcase c. 1950/60's

Danish Mid Century Teak Modern Modular Wall Unit Bookcase c. 1950/60's

H 78.5 in W 82.5 in D 16 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the desk and shelves above you’re looking for. A desk and shelves above — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. Find 236 options for an antique or vintage desk and shelves above now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a desk and shelves above — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right desk and shelves above, those designed in mid-century modern, Victorian and Georgian styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one desk and shelves above that is appealing in its simplicity, but Cado, Kai Kristiansen and Mummenthaler and Meier produced versions that are worth a look.

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  • What is a shelving unit?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A shelving unit is a flexible piece of furniture with shelves that can be rearranged to accommodate various objects such as books, collectibles, sculptures and other items for display. It can also feature dividers and can be moved or adjusted for added functionality. Shop a collection of antique and vintage shelving units and shelves on 1stDibs.
  • How deep should storage shelves be?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Storage shelves need to be large enough to properly and safely hold items but not too large that items will get lost or hidden behind each other. In a garage 12” is a good depth for smaller items and 16” for larger items.
  • How are floating shelves mounted?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are several ways to mount floating shelves. The best mounting options include using floating shelf brackets, installing cleats, or placing figure eights.
  • What type of glass is used for shelving?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Tempered glass is used most often for shelving. It is five to six times stronger than ordinary glass and provides better protection and safety. Shop a variety of vintage and antique tempered glass on 1stDibs.
  • How do you hang wall shelves on the wall?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.
  • What is a Murphy desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a captain’s desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • How high should a desk be?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

  • What is a kidney desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • How do you date a desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a console desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
  • What is a kneehole desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a bed desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • What is a peninsula desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a hutch on a desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • What is a desk tray?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • What is a captain's desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
  • What is a tanker desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a writing desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • What is a waterfall desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.

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